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Sonic Academy’s Kick 2 has been ruling the land of kick drum synth plugins since its release in 2016. Precision pitch and envelope editing combined with sample layering make it the go-to for fine-tuning the perfect kick sound.

Now, the long-awaited update — Kick 3 — allows even more control, extra effects and a snazzy new AI import feature. However, the 2020s have seen new kick contenders enter the fray, so are these new updates enough for Kick 3 to retain its crown?

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